The 131cm (4ft 4in) figurine was sold at the Yongle International Auction in Beijing.
The attacks forced even major shipping companies to stop using the Red Sea - through which almost 15% of global seaborne trade usually passes - and to take a much longer route around southern Africa instead.There were no immediate reports of casualties.
the deputy head of the Houthis' media office.while last month one hit the grounds of Israel's main airport.has been the target of several Israeli strikes in the past year.
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which is the main entry point for food and other humanitarian aid for millions of Yemenis.
the Houthis launched dozens of missile and drone attacks on commercial ships - sinking two vessels.putting in place a 10% tariff on most items.
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